A major Cheltenham junction will be completely closed over a weekend to replace a temporary roundabout with new traffic lights, marking a significant step in the ongoing improvements to the A435 cycleway. The closure affects the junction of Wellington Road and A435 Evesham Road, near Pittville Park, and will take place from 8pm on Friday, July 11, until 6am on Monday, July 14.
During this time, all traffic will be diverted through a three-mile route via Prestbury to ensure smooth flow around the affected area. The upgrade involves installing new traffic signals designed for motorists, pedestrians, and cyclists, as well as resurfacing the road to enhance safety and accessibility.
Pedestrian footways at the corners of the junction will also be temporarily closed to protect workers and pedestrians during construction. Montel Civil Engineering, the contractor overseeing the works, has notified local residents by letter to inform them of the necessary closure and the efforts being made to minimize disturbance.
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The letter reads:
“We are writing to inform you that the A435 Evesham Road/Wellington Road junction will be temporarily closed from 8pm on July 11 to 6am on July 14. This closure is necessary to carry out essential improvements as part of the A435 Cycleway. The closure has been approved by Gloucestershire County Council and is vital to ensure public safety and enable our team to complete the work efficiently.
Please note that some works will take place overnight. We understand that overnight road closures can be disruptive and will do our best to minimize noise and inconvenience for residents.
Access to nearby properties will be maintained throughout the closure. For full details of the diversion and junction closure, please refer to the enclosed information.
We apologise sincerely for any inconvenience caused and thank you for your patience and cooperation during this important upgrade.”
These improvements are part of broader efforts to enhance cycling infrastructure across Cheltenham, promoting safer and more convenient travel for all road users.